Explain the relationship between GABA and the sedative-hypnotic drug agents.
A) Sedative-hypnotic agents increase the GABA receptor-mediated chloride influx into nerves, inhibiting neuronal activity.
B) Sedative-hypnotic agents decrease the GABA receptor-mediated chloride influx into nerves, enhancing neuronal activity.
C) Sedative-hypnotic agents increase the GABA receptor-mediated sodium influx into nerves, inhibiting neuronal activity.
D) Sedative-hypnotic agents decrease the GABA receptor-mediated potassium influx into nerves, inhibiting neuronal activity.
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